IED independently and systematically evaluates ADB policies, strategies, operations,
and special concerns that relate to organizational and operational effectiveness.
By doing so, it contributes to achieving development effectiveness of
ADB operations by providing evaluation feedback on performance, and generating
and disseminating evaluation lessons. Read the brochure.
Uzbekistan: Second Textbook Development Project [PDF] Validates the completion report’s assessment of the project which aims to establish efficient and sustainable provision of affordable textbooks and instructional materials in Uzbekistan. IED overall assessment: Successful.
Sri Lanka: Road Sector Development Project This report evaluates the performance of the project aimed at improving transport efficiency by developing capacity in the road sector and improving the road infrastructure in Sri Lanka.
Pakistan: Restructuring of the Technical Education and Vocational Training System Project (North-West Frontier Province) [PDF] Validates the completion report’s assessment of the project which aims to restructure and strengthen the institutional capacity, efficiency, and autonomy of technical and vocational institutions; improve the quality and relevance, and increase access to quality technical education and vocational training in Pakistan. IED overall assessment: Unsuccessful.
Afghanistan: Postconflict Multisector Program [PDF] Validates the completion report’s assessment of the program which aims to improve governance in Afghanistan through increased transparency, budgetary management, revenue generation and strengthen public service. IED overall assessment: Successful.
Successful Engagement with Civil Society Organizations
ADB recognizes the advantages of working with CSOs. They can add to the overall performance of ADB activities and help ensure they are effective and sustainable. What are some lessons that can be derived from successful civil society engagement in ADB-financed operations?
How do we ensure that approaches to water supply, sanitation, hygiene and waste water management are harmonized? And how do we make sure that projects address water quality? Here are some lessons learned from evaluations of rural water supply and sanitation projects.